Brookings County, SD
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/06 9:43 AM CDT – Sunday 06/07 11:45 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Sioux Falls SD
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota
Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County.
Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Brookings and Hamlin Counties.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Big Sioux River near Bruce.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 9.5 feet, The right bank overflows, flooding agricultural lands for as much as 1/4 mile.
Additional Details
- At 8:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM CDT Saturday was 9.3 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional forecast information is available at www.weather.gov/siouxfalls.
The next statement will be issued by Sunday morning.
Areas Impacted
- Brookings, SD
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Saturday 06/06 9:43 AM CDT – Sunday 06/07 11:45 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Sioux Falls SD
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota
Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County.
Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Brookings and Hamlin Counties.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Big Sioux River near Estelline.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 1645.5 feet, widespread flooding of agricultural lands begins.
Additional Details
- At 9:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 1645.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM CDT Saturday was 1645.9 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 1644.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional forecast information is available at www.weather.gov/siouxfalls.
The next statement will be issued by Sunday morning.
Areas Impacted
- Brookings, SD
- Hamlin, SD
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Hotter with Spotty Storm Chances Through Mid-week
Created by the NWS Sioux Falls WFO
Early June heat will begin to build into the region this weekend, with spotty storm chances returning Sunday into Monday. The risk of severe weather during this period is low. Temperatures climb even higher by Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the 90s leading to a moderate to major Heat Risk. Plan now to ensure you have access to adequate cooling. As a cold front moves into this hot and humid air mass, we could see scattered strong to severe storms develop Tuesday night and/or Wednesday.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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